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Village code 597412
Handigund Village, Raybag Taluk: Map, PIN Code and Population
Handigund is a village in Raybag Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Belgaum district, Karnataka. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.
Data last reviewed: 28 April 2026. Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed.
Village Overview
Handigund is a village in Raybag Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Belgaum district, Karnataka. For Handigund, the population is 8,617, PIN code is 591312 and Census village code is 597412. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.
Source year
Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities
Important note
Map and data are for general information. Verify legal and land records from official sources.
Google Map of Handigund Village
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Quick Facts
| Village code | 597412 |
|---|---|
| PIN code | 591312 |
| Population | 8,617 |
| Households | 1,545 |
| Area | 1,885.94 ha / 18.86 sq. km / 4,660 acres |
| Population density | 457 people per sq. km |
| Sex ratio | 972 females per 1,000 males |
| Nearest town | Mahalingpur (8 km) |
| Current state | Karnataka |
| Census 2011 state | Karnataka |
| Current district | Belgaum |
| Census 2011 district | Belgaum |
Postal and PIN Code Details
The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 591312. This helps users verify the postal area for Handigund, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.
| PIN code | 591312 |
|---|---|
| Post offices linked with this PIN | Mudalgi S.O, Dharmatti B.O, Gurlapur B.O, Hallur B.O, Kamaldinni B.O, and Khanatti B.O |
| Best matching post office | Mudalgi S.O (Post office) |
| Delivery office records | 10 |
| Postal district | Belagavi |
| Postal state | Karnataka |
| Postal division | Gokak Division |
| Postal circle | Karnataka Circle |
| Source | India Post Postal Index Number code reference data |
Location and Administration
Handigund comes under Handigund gram panchayat and Raybag C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Raybag Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The taluk headquarters is Raibag at 45 km. The Census district headquarters, Belgaum, is 100 km away.
| Current state | Karnataka |
|---|---|
| Census 2011 state | Karnataka |
| Current district | Belgaum |
| Census 2011 district | Belgaum |
| State code | 29 |
| District code | 555 |
| Taluk / Census sub-district code | 5435 |
| C.D. Block code | 3 |
| Block panchayat code | 3 |
Population Profile
The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Handigund village and its household count.
Total population
8,617 residents in 1,545 households
Male population
4,370
Female population
4,247
SC/ST population
Scheduled Castes: 1,494; Scheduled Tribes: 3
SC male/female split
Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported
ST male/female split
Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported
Schools and Education
This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.
Government pre-primary school
Not available in village
Private pre-primary school
Available; count: 1
Government primary school
Available; count: 8
Private primary school
Not available in village
Middle school
Available; government count: 2
Secondary school
Not available in village
Senior secondary school
Available; government count: 1
Vocational / ITI training
Not available in village
Arts and science degree college
Not available in village
Health Facilities
Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.
| Mobile health clinic | 1 |
|---|---|
| ASHA worker | Available |
| Veterinary hospital | 1 |
| Medicine shop | 2 |
Connectivity and Public Services
An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.
| Public bus service | Available |
|---|---|
| Private bus service | Not available in village |
| Railway station | Not available in village |
| National highway | Not available in village |
| State highway | Available |
| Major district road | Available |
| Black topped road | Available |
| All-weather road | Available |
| Post office | Not available in village |
| Village PIN code facility | Available |
| Mobile phone coverage | Available |
| CSC / internet cafe | Available |
| ATM | Not available in village |
| Commercial bank | Available |
| Cooperative bank | Not available in village |
| Agricultural credit society | Available |
| PDS shop | Available |
| Mandi / regular market | Not available in village |
| Weekly haat | Available |
| Self-help group | Available |
| Anganwadi centre | Available |
| Assembly polling station | Available |
| Birth and death registration office | Available |
| Daily newspaper supply | Available |
| Sports field | Available |
| Public library | Available |
| Public reading room | Available |
Water, Sanitation and Power
Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.
| Treated tap water | Available |
|---|---|
| Untreated tap water | Available |
| Hand pump | Available |
| Tube wells / boreholes | Available |
| Closed drainage | Available |
| Open drainage | Not available in village |
| Total sanitation campaign coverage | Available |
Agriculture and Land Use
Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.
| Net area sown | 1,808.60 hectares |
|---|---|
| Irrigated area | 1,660.58 hectares |
| Unirrigated area | 148.02 hectares |
| Canal irrigated area | 285.80 hectares |
| Wells / tube wells irrigated area | 788.07 hectares |
| Main crop | Groundnut |
| Second crop | Maize |
| Third crop | Turmeric |
Nearby Facility Clues
When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.
| Railway station | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away. |
|---|---|
| Post office | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is within 5 km. |
| ATM | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km. |
| Mandi / regular market | Not available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away. |
How to Reach Handigund
Mahalingpur (8 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Raibag is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.
| Nearest major town | Mahalingpur (8 km) |
|---|---|
| Taluk headquarters | Raibag (45 km) |
| Public bus service | Available |
| Railway station in village | Not available in village |
| All-weather road | Available |
Source-Year Notes
Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Taluk, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.
For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.
Official Records and Useful Links
Use these official links to verify current government information. Village Maps shows Census 2011 and public directory data for general reference.
- Karnataka government website Official state/UT portal
- Bhoomi land records Verify land records officially
- Census India Village code 597412
- India Post PIN code search 591312
Additional Facilities Reported
This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Handigund. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.
| Private Pre Primary School Nursery LKG UKG | Available; 1 |
|---|---|
| Govt Primary School | Available; 8 |
| Govt Middle School | Available; 2 |
| Private Middle School | Available; 2 |
| Private Secondary School | Available; 3 |
| Govt Senior Secondary School | Available; 1 |
| Private Senior Secondary School | Available; 1 |
| Veterinary Hospital | 1 |
| Veterinary Hospital Doctors Total Strength | 1 |
| Veterinary Hospital Doctors in Position | 1 |
| Veterinary Hospital Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 1 |
| Veterinary Hospital Para Medical Staff in Position | 1 |
| Mobile Health Clinic | 1 |
| Mobile Health Clinic Doctors Total Strength | 1 |
| Mobile Health Clinic Doctors in Position | 1 |
| Mobile Health Clinic Para Medical Staff Total Strength | 3 |
| Mobile Health Clinic Para Medical Staff in Position | 3 |
| Non Government Medical Facilities Medicine Shop | 2 |
| Tap Water-Treated | Available |
| Tap Water Treated Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Tap Water Treated Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Tap Water Untreated | Available |
| Tap Water Untreated Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Tap Water Untreated Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Hand Pump | Available |
| Hand Pump Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Hand Pump Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Tube Wells/Borehole | Available |
| Tube Wells Borehole Functioning All Round the Year | Available |
| Tube Wells Borehole Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| River Canal | Available |
| Others | Available |
| Others Functioning in Summer Months April September | Available |
| Closed Drainage | Available |
| Is the Area Covered Under Total Sanitation Campaign TSC | Available |
| Community Toilet Complex Including Bath for General Public | Available |
How to Use Survey Number and Map Details
Use the village code, district, taluk, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Handigund village located?
Handigund is located in Raybag Taluk, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Belgaum.
Which Taluk is Handigund in?
Handigund is in Raybag Taluk. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.
Which district is Handigund in?
District: Belgaum.
What is the village code of Handigund?
The Census village code of Handigund is 597412.
What is the PIN code of Handigund?
The PIN code reported for Handigund is 591312.
What is the population of Handigund?
Handigund has 8,617 residents in 1,545 households as per Census 2011.
Which gram panchayat is Handigund part of?
Handigund comes under Handigund gram panchayat.
Which is the nearest town to Handigund?
The nearest statutory town to Handigund is Mahalingpur (8 km).
Which crops are grown in Handigund?
The main crops reported for Handigund are Groundnut, Maize, and Turmeric.
What land-use details are available for Handigund?
Land-use details for Handigund include net area sown: 1,808.60 hectares, irrigated area: 1,660.58 hectares, and unirrigated area: 148.02 hectares.
Is there a government primary school in Handigund?
Government primary school status for Handigund is available in the village.
Is public bus service available in Handigund?
Public bus service is available in the village.
Is mobile phone coverage available in Handigund?
Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.
What is the total area of Handigund?
The total geographical area of Handigund is 1,885.94 hectares.
How many households are in Handigund?
Handigund has 1,545 households as per Census 2011.
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